Install an Auxiliary Fuse Block Constant Hot and Switched

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4 жыл бұрын

Installing an auxiliary fuse block helps provide more secure circuits when adding accessories inside your rig. In this video, I demonstrate the mechanics of why and how it works. Plus a detailed install.
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@Poweraddicts 4 жыл бұрын

Parts used in this video: Soldier: amzn.to/2A72GYP Soldier Gun: amzn.to/3gPTAAh 8 Gauge Cable: amzn.to/2A1NoV2 Main inline fuse holder: amzn.to/3gJkjyI 6 Way Fuse Block: amzn.to/30aQWiH 120 amp Relay: amzn.to/2UeMBHc You will need 5/16" and 3/8" Cable lugs: amzn.to/3dBu5AG

@flojotube 3 жыл бұрын

One thing I wil say I DISAGREE with: you 100% should RETURN those USB plugs and get the HIGHER (4.8 AMP I believe) version.... almost NOTHING you’ll be carrying around every day uses that 1.0A output to charge... that output is like iPhone 5 power (YEARS AGO)... all the new devices START AT 2.1AMP and go up from there... if you can find an 18V usb (instead of 12v) with an integrated “smart” charge circuit that detects the device’s MAX safe charge needs, you’d be on the CUTTING EDGE and would have a TRUE “UPGRADE” that would be relevant and useful for several more years AND wouldn’t charge your mobile gadgets at a SNAIL’s PACE (until USB-A is completely phased out by USB-C) - speaking of USB-C, I’d also look for a port that includes one of these while you’re at it... almost EVERYTHING now charges via USB-C.... but when you use a USB-A on the other end, you’re only charging at the speed the “A” side can handle, and the “C” side becomes irrelevant. As for the “smart charging” integration, I know you can buy very cheap modules online (we’re talking under $10) that will protect and control the output once it has detected the capabilities of whatever device you’ve plugged in... they’re usually in the form of a PCB (microchip looking board) so you can easily tuck it away out of sight within your concealed wiring.. Over time, you’ll grow completely frustrated with the limitations you’ve placed on yourself with charge speeds of 1.0A & 2.1A as your devices charge 10x slower than they would at home (and sometimes NOT AT ALL w/ certain current tech gear due to the power being TOO LOW) - this is why I wanted to take the time to chime in about it. Hope this helps!

@surfingfire479 3 жыл бұрын

Where do I get that first fuse block. ?

@yeevue9884 3 жыл бұрын

No link for the main fuse block that protects the circuit?

@johnladouceur9939 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help man. So, if I have accessories with inline relays I can eliminate those and the one 120 relay takes care of all of them? I have inline relays for my led headlights, an led light bar,fuel lift pump,and rear led cargo lamps

@ghostridergale Жыл бұрын

Really like your wiring set up, I’m very picky with my wiring myself and most never do a wiring job I would have in my vehicle. But yours is top notch job. Although I do agree with the comment on the usb plugs. You should get the higher power! I changed mine and it’s a world of difference how much quicker it charges! As they say, there’s always room for improvement!😂

@DudeRevolution 3 жыл бұрын

Hallelua its a miracle! A video that shows us how to ACTUALLY wire rather than showing the done project!!

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it! Hope it helps!

@ChutneyInc. Жыл бұрын

That's why I am here! Like damn... I just asked someone on their live stream and stated that people shy away from showing this part

@mrmopar2060 Ай бұрын

I couldn't agree with the previous comments more. I have searched and searched for info on adding accessory fuse boxes and this is by far the best one I have found. Thank you.

@jake-hy2zb 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a million, Chuck. I don't have the time at the moment to watch the whole video but will be back tonight. I'm doing a frame off on the YJ right now. I threw the dash and all the wiring as they were so hacked up from the PO. Flat dash and complete new wiring of my own. Also a 5.2 Dodge. I had not thought of the separate block for the switch on for the lite circiuts. Perfect.

@TheLonelyCowboy1958 4 күн бұрын

Holy crap, i needed this so bad man. You did an awesome job on this video. Im wiring in an Aux fuse block into my truck, and this is gunna help a lot

@silbaines 2 жыл бұрын

Great explanation on exactly how and why the fuse block works! Step by step instructions were very clear and concise! Thanks!

@gastonville11 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding video! You are down to earth, clear and concise in your explanation on how to do this. You took something that other folks on KZfaq make extremely complicated and made it very understandable. Thank you!

@wasteddaze6281 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info on this. I came up with the same concept in my head, but wasn't sure where to start with getting the parts needed. This was a big help.

@julianfinley6877 3 жыл бұрын

This is hands down the best explanation for this process. Benn doing so much research on this, and you answered every question I had. Someone gutted the wiring in my 1982 Dodge B250 before I bought it and got in running again, and I plan to do this exact setup in it to power some interior lights and my sound system. Thanks!

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@clappedoutsubieshoopties2216 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of THE best videos I've watched in awhile. I love how you explain things and I enjoy your sense of humor.

@321southtube 6 ай бұрын

The interweb is about 75% lies, 20% half truths and then there's stuff like you put out in this video. Well put together, informative and very helpful. Ive been scratching my head at what to do then...boom...I find this gem. Great job.. Thank you

@chadwilliams3692 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this! This is exactly what I was looking for, for my 1970 Cutlass and my Sniper system. No longer will I have a mess of wires going to the factory fuse box. Thanks again and keep up the great work!

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped!

@cutoversoldspartsguys3377 2 жыл бұрын

How’s your sniper system running on your 1970 Cutlass? Helping a friend get his started soon with super sniper installed.

@chadwilliams3692 2 жыл бұрын

@@cutoversoldspartsguys3377 It is going pretty well. I have the Hyper Spark and Ignition Coil and Box installed. I am having issues with a little electromagnetic interference within the engine bay, but still trying to sort that out. But overall, still liking the Sniper system. Hope your is going well!

@edmanuelreyes5108 2 жыл бұрын

The best explanation on this subject so far! Thanks a lot and God bless you!

@Naught_This_Time 3 жыл бұрын

Spent hours on the internet trying to figure out exactly what I want to do. This video took care of everything and even made be decide to make some changes. Thank you!

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@frekkledipped Жыл бұрын

I watched the same xplanation of another host it was really confusing you made it much much clearer with the mock setup u did thanks much I need to install another keyed fuse block for my 65 gto this really helps

@roberthuerta1544 3 жыл бұрын

As an aircraft mechanic who loves tinkering, I absolutely admire your experience and the workmanship shows.Have to admit that the length of the video was a bit intimidating, but as I was watching, found it absolutely informative and insightfully stimulating. Thanks for the video! Keep up the good work!

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it!

@Flanders0206 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. You have given me so much help to solve so many challenges with my 89 Jeep YJ overhaul.

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad the video helped!

@joe333bass 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this, don't know how many videos I watch of people explaining this, but this was the first time it clicked.

@HeavenOnEarthMap 3 жыл бұрын

As always you set the bar high for those wishing to provide DIY videos - MERRY CHRISTMAS 2020

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you! Naw man, it ain't about setting any kind of bar. Just create videos that help people and be proud of what you do!

@chrisbyers4726 2 жыл бұрын

Wow radar detectors, haven’t owned one in over 15 years and they were obsolete then. I actually noticed a display for some at the store last week. Made me wonderwonder how many people still use them. Waze app has saved me more then anything for many years. I was looking for an awg size and wire length to amperage chart and came across your video. I wasn’t even thinking of adding a switched power aux panel with my constant hot. Good shit brother.

@NN13K0 9 ай бұрын

I personally use an Escort Max 360C and have Google Maps going on my Android head unit. It's best to have both options going as the Google Maps, Waze (not recommended), and others rely on users to "tag" a cop location... Whereas my radar pinpoints them a couple miles in advance, giving me the option to "tag" them for those who only use mapping software. Good radar detectors have a higher chance of saving your ass than any app.

@pineappleboi27 8 ай бұрын

Very helpful video. I wanted an easy way to power led pods as well as amber flashers for my truck, but the 04 Silverado’s battery is awful for adding accessories to. This is a fantastic solution.

@mycomputerguylarry 4 жыл бұрын

Great video exactly what I needed

@wallywallyblack1 3 жыл бұрын

Man I didn't this was so easy. Thank you for making this. I'm going to do the same.thing for my truck.

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@chevybel6287 3 жыл бұрын

You’re videos are awesome! Thank you so much. This is perfect for my 53 Chevy bel air. I Have everything wired to my key switch. This helps out, on how to take the load off it... god bless you.

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much and you are very welcome! May God bless you as well! 🙏

@PBS-nm1uu 3 жыл бұрын

this is a great presentation, great explanation, and demo thanks alot.

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@acypooder1 2 жыл бұрын

Just found your channel and 30 seconds in I sub. I gotta a lot of things to work on and I sure this is the info I need Great video

@TRIBE.OF.ZEBULUN Жыл бұрын

THANKS SO MUCH, I WAS KINDA ALWAYS PUT OFF BY DOING ANYTHING 12V, BUT I FOLLOWED YOUR VIDEO AND IT WORKED OUT PERFECT! THANKS HEAPS FROM AUSSIELAND.

@michaelmorris6575 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for sharing.

@paulcook5913 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Extremely helpful. Following!

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

You are welcome, glad the video helped! Thanks for subscribing.

@tynado1173 2 жыл бұрын

Simple and well explained. Thank you

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad it was helpful.

@rongray8416 4 жыл бұрын

Been doing the whole amp/stereo, lightbars thing on my 2k jeep TJ also...You gave me a new Idea for running power to the 10 inch kicker sub I was given (atm its cords all over the back hahaha) plus Ive been thinking on new lightbar switches and various other ports...To bad about the CJ dash conversion its one of cool things about a YJ...would rather see a round headlight conversion grill cause square is just.....square

@kyriakosmaridakis8139 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously the best video on the internet

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!!

@basilkurt5003 3 жыл бұрын

Great video and very well explained.

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

@occ6018 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This is the video I needed to see.

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@cruza1289 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for much you’ve just solved a head ache I’ve had all day how to hook up a switched fuse box only to work when ignition is on

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! Glad the video helped you.

@tonylee6391 2 жыл бұрын

Great video , answered all my questions

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@davidm3210 Жыл бұрын

Very nice tutorial, thanks captain.

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! You are welcome!

@devontesavage2738 Жыл бұрын

I needed this video to figure out another Fuse block for my camaro and you explained it perfectly. 10:10 was hilarious

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

LOL .. Glad you enjoyed it and also happy that the video helped. Thanks for dropping in a great comment!

@omark2423 2 ай бұрын

A lot of great advice

@Poweraddicts 2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@phantomwizard 2 жыл бұрын

Dude you are the MAN!

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed the video!

@6gatornation Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the video This is going to work perfect for rzr Right now I got about 24 wires going to three different post on the outside of the firewall I can Barely get the nut on the terminal Great job of explaining

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

Hope it works out well for you! Thanks for taking the time to leave a great comment!

@pedrowatkins6167 4 жыл бұрын

As nother great video.my fuse block is inside of my lockable,weatherproof center console,with my radio

@TheMslondon1969 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. You did a super job in explaining and showing how this system can be built and used. I see you have one main 120 amp relay for the both the HOT and Switch fuse box. I am wondering if the 120 amp relay fails or malfunctions you would lose all power to the switch fuse box but the hot fuse box would remain hot. What reasoning did you use not to have a separate relay for each switch device? I suspect it was personnel choice and costs. I took a look at my four switch devices. (power window, AC and fans, heater and power seats). Since this circuit does not affect the engine operating circuits or brakes, these four devices won't matter if they were not operating. What is your point of view and opinion? Thank you

@jhh243 8 ай бұрын

Thank you brother! Liked and subscribed!

@Poweraddicts 7 ай бұрын

You are welcome! Awesome and thank you for subscribing!

@teddypierce1 3 жыл бұрын

Good approach and video

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoy the video!!

@shujabeg7625 Жыл бұрын

I've seen installs with one relay per accessory, this high current relay setup is so much better

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

There are times for each type of circuit. If you want to control accessory circuits individually, one relay per accessory is needed. If you want several small circuits to be activated when you turn the key on. This video will get that done. Its all about what you want controlled and how.

@shujabeg7625 Жыл бұрын

@@Poweraddicts yeah my bad, might just want one thing controlled by a sensor. So can leave that on this high current relay, than have another relay for its specific function right?

@trevino73 8 ай бұрын

Hello Greg install video. Looked at numerous videos on KZfaq but I keep coming back to yours. You make the install look easy enough for me to do it. I need something like this for my accessories. I have a DashCam, emergency lights and power fold tow mirrors. Will the 120 amp relay be adequate enough? Thank you for your help. Also just subscribed

@markramsell454 Жыл бұрын

I think what you are doing with the crimps works good with the tool you are using. But, if you have an AMP crimper, or similar, the split on the lug goes the other way. These crimpers sort of roll the split into the wire deformation area. This is not an issue in your application. I have 94 Sahara, Your videos are very thorough and informative, thanks.

@derekbrunette4234 3 жыл бұрын

I love this video. Perfectly explained to people like me who only have a primitive knowledge on auto electrical. I was wondering on the relay you didn't use an add a fuse just went right into the radio terminal. Why? I understand it's a 120amp but what would be the minimal to close the relay to make the circuit complete

@jonnnn4895 3 жыл бұрын

Was wondering the same

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

To trigger a relay it takes so little amperage that a fuse isn't needed.

@marcelokrabs 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video thank you so much

@Poweraddicts 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@johnlemoine5415 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome videos. What size cable did you use coming off of the 120V relay?

@IIghostu Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Very good since I'm adding to my Honda 04 shadow 750 cams and in addition USB to charge my cell phone. Very good info. Regards, The Ghost 👻

@llanzafa 2 жыл бұрын

Good job mate

@jacoblater6253 3 жыл бұрын

Well done. I’m a real new to this. I fully get the video. My ignorance is how do I say wire my led accessory lights with google switch to this switched fuse panel

@oswaldmangor9307 Ай бұрын

Funny and cool abut that tin can speaks 😅, I actually had enjoyed the video, very informative. Thanks a lot.

@BGadventures6728 2 жыл бұрын

Hello first great video thank you very much for posting this. The best explanation of this process I have seen. I have one question is there a reason you don’t run the ground right from the battery. It seems to me it would be the best source for ground. Thanks for any guidance you can give me. Ben

@edc8926 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I am adding accessories to my XJ and this was a big help. Can you please comment on why a person would go this route vs installing a block with several relays (as seen on other videos). I'd really appreciate it.

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

It depends on the situation. If you are switching several different accessories, you will need multiple relays. This set up in this video will supply voltage to different accessories but will be all switched on at once due to one relay.

@JamesGouda 6 ай бұрын

Really enjoyed watching this video 😊 I'm installing LED lights around the van, light bar & work lights. Other videos create a relay fuse box for each light. Does your split with one big relay, relieves me from doing that? Or do I still have to relay every channel on the secondary fuse box? Ty :)

@mark02tj41 Жыл бұрын

GREAT video!! Subscribed! It gave me a lot of good ideas for adding aux fuse boxes for my 2003 F-350. Definitely going with the "monster relay" and will buy what I can through your affiliate links. I'm not going to be able to mount my fuse boxes inside the cab - will have to go in the engine compartment. Any downsides to that or advice to do it right?

@musicgem8102 2 жыл бұрын

Nice instructional video… my XJ has no room under the dash to mount the fuse blocks, some nice room in the engine bay on the firewall right behind the AC evaporator… I would like use industrial grade 3M double sided tape to mount the fuse blocks… the fuse blocks could now be exposed to engine heat and the occasional engine bay wash… any recommendations or opinions?

@user-ny4ic9bi5e 8 ай бұрын

Great Video mate!! Well done! I was searching the net how i can add an extra fuse box to my car so i can power my interior lighting, dash cam & get some more ports for mobile phone charging and your tutorial came up! Finally i end up adding two additional fuse boxes😅. Only one question if i may.. In which block should i connect my dash cam? I got confused cause the hard wire kit has 3 cables. Black for GROUND, Red for BATTERY & Yellow for ACC. You see, i want to be able to rec at night when the car is parked. Thanks in advance for your reply & keep the good work going.

@mikefarrell2333 Жыл бұрын

I'm just tackling this just with my ‘74 Chevy K10 rebuild; great instructional video! Is there a follow on with attaching accessories? I'd like to see how you added accessories for each hot/switched fuse block.

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

I haven't created any videos attaching accessories. If you wants a switched circuit, attach it to the switched block. Full time hot accessories like the radio memory attach to the non-switched block. All your grounds go to chassis.

@David-cy2ug Жыл бұрын

beepbopping around lolol just subbed

@Hwyhogg Жыл бұрын

Soo informative!!👍👍

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@1shotbarbeque881 2 жыл бұрын

Great video.. Don't know if I missed it but what amp fuse do you need the trigger a 100 amp relay. Thanks

@generaljackson649 4 жыл бұрын

Hey not to get off subject but is all about wiring I'm looking at putting a engine out of a 1999 xj in my 1995 yj that has a 4 cylinder in it .upgrading to the 4.0 will the ecm out of the xj work in the yj and will the harness change over.Thank you for your channel and all you do. God bless you and your family.

@LoungeTech0192 Жыл бұрын

Here is a stupid question. You have 1. Only 1 fuse box. You have 6 fuse slots in that 1 box. You have a 15 amp, a 10 amp, a 20 amp, a 30 amp, 4 amp, and a 3 amp. Do you need a 90 amp fuse. Or a 30 amp fuse 1 foot from the battery? Do you add it all together? Or do you go based off of the biggest fuse in the box to dictate the fuse needed near the battery?

@laurenr4797 3 жыл бұрын

When you tapped into the fuse block for the switch what if you don’t have a open spot how do you determine which port and size fuse for the fuse tap?

@rickketchumn4458 Жыл бұрын

Yes I mean exactly what I was wonting to do great job

@bloodborne6 2 жыл бұрын

Truly a high quality video. Excellent video sir. My question to you or anyone who can answer this is... if I install two fuse boxes just like you did and I want to install aftermarket lights that require a relay does it mean I don’t have to install an extra relay for the lights? Or do I still need to install an extra relay on top of this 120amp relay even if I hook up the lights directly to one of the fuse boxes? And if so why would I need to install another relay? Forgive my ignorance I’m just trying to learn more and more about electrical but it’s a little confusing for me at times. Thank you!

@bobbybarnes1652 2 жыл бұрын

If the device you're adding pulls more than ~15A, then I would most certainly run a relay (hook the load directly to the battery, hook the low amp trigger for the relay to the fuse box) instead of pulling the power for the device directly from the fuse box. To make live easier when needing to connect a high amp device directly to the battery: I installed a positive buss bar. You connect a buss bar to the battery once, then connect your high amp devices directly to the buss bar instead of the battery post. Mine has 8 posts on it. I also installed a negative buss bar. Again, the point of the positive and negative buss bars are to make it easy to connect something that you would otherwise connect directly to the battery posts. You can only stack so many things on those battery posts.

@williamdavis9871 16 күн бұрын

Great video--thank you!! I am in the process of making this setup and using it on my custom van. SOO many accessories on it these two aux boxes will help. Can you tell me the gauge of the yellow wire that goes to the ignition on fuse? Thank you!

@griffo5 9 ай бұрын

Thank you !!! I have a jeep and finding switched power is. P.I.A this will help so much

@Poweraddicts 9 ай бұрын

You are welcome! It has made life much easier in my rig!!

@griffo5 9 ай бұрын

@Poweraddicts finding switched power on a 2018 jeep is super hard. But with this way shoupd be easier. Again ty so much!!

@DerekGH 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to add some LD light strips to the headlights switch on a 92 YJ. Can you let me know how to do this. Thanks

@jal7306 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have a question regarding a project I am working on. I intend to have a fuse block feeding two 50W transceivers (GMRS & HAM) and two power points. The transceivers pull 15 amps each when in transmit mode and the two power points pull 10 amps each. Presently, I have an 80 amp relay that I want to wire as you show in the video. Since the max amperage I would be pulling if all items are being used (which, btw, I don't intend to be transmitting on both radios at the same time) would be 60 amps, would I be better off using a breaker rather than the inline fuse you show in your video? Also, can I get away with using 10 gauge wire from the battery to the relay and fuse block? Thanks.

@filcandiy 2 ай бұрын

Thanks I found this video it's very detailed! Im familiar with all wiring connection but not the calculations between amps, voltage and thickness of the wire. for example this 6way fuse block i want to connect 2 sets of led fog lights and one small Bluetooth amplifier stereo system . does 80amp relay and 30amp fuse inline with 8ga powe wire would be fine for this set up ?

@ChickenJoe864 2 жыл бұрын

"Ah did that hundirtyfive amp alt'nater an' ah I anint ever upgrade mah charge wiare" had me dead

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta have a little fun! LOL 😂😀✌

@cglenn8368 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! You didn’t explain if you hooked up the USB PLUGS and where can u get them! Keep them coming

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

That was done on another video. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oK2WhLJ2nsyrZ6c.html

@goldie_box2904 Жыл бұрын

Great video, but i have a question. I’m switching from a mechanical fan to dual electric fans. The relay i have is from a Volvo which has 2 red wires to fan, 2 - 30 amp maxi fuses (1 for each fan) and 1 power wire. How should I run the 1 power wire?

@saintjames8018 4 жыл бұрын

Yo bro, keep up the great lessons / vids. This is a great upgrade. I will be upgrading; but will have my electrician friend handle the wiring....

@larryroberts4669 4 жыл бұрын

You size the wire for the load. You size the fuse for the wire.

@Poweraddicts 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you are absolutely correct. In my rush in getting this done I went totally off track on that.

@garygilbert2796 2 ай бұрын

Great video... Quick question, can you run the negative from the tru mode relay to the fuse block negative? It seems like I should be able to, but really new to wiring.

@russellbailey4443 2 жыл бұрын

Being a retired industrial maintenance technician, solder is only for circuit boards components. I would use marine grade wires and marine grade heat shrink with e-grease and a feral If you put an infrared camera on you solider points you will see what I am trying to show you.

@Poweraddicts 2 жыл бұрын

For some reason, I got a habit of soldering almost everything (not really a good habit). I guess it's the many years of doing PC board work 🙄. All the components at work (air handlers, motor-driven chiller water pumps, etc.) all have screw-style lugs and even some with ferals. So, I know you are correct. I've had to repair connections after electrical inspectors come through finding issues. Where I work would let me sign one out to borrow at home. That would make a very interesting video. I'll have to demonstrate to show the difference.

@terrybenton4137 2 жыл бұрын

Did u run the ground from the relay to the fuse block ground ?

@brianreineke5831 Жыл бұрын

Good vid thanks

@9CATSTUDIOS 3 жыл бұрын

Best video ever

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad the video helped!

@khancross 3 ай бұрын

Classic cars are so easy. The only source what need constant power are the hazard lights. Everything else can be triggered by ignition. Means also, safe of a lot of relays for each acc. As soon as the on off switch can handle the acc, there is no need for a relay

@michelangelopainters5519 Ай бұрын

This is great for separating switched and constant power. Would you use dedicated relays for the different accessories as needed?

@Poweraddicts Ай бұрын

You can just keep the total load in mind to prevent adding too much to this added circuit.

@rickketchumn4458 Жыл бұрын

I’ve tried to find all the materials you used because that’s what I need exactly but I can’t find the link to them

@srtufc420 2 жыл бұрын

Could I piggyback off of one of my switched 12v fuses with a add a circuit for my 12v switched source to the auxiliary fuse block?

@navhuss958 2 жыл бұрын

What was the red wire with blue that went into the car fuse box was it just a spade connector thanks

@asd67lkj Жыл бұрын

Rewiring my ute to put a fridge in the tub. Do you have a link for those 5v 2.1A plugs/sockets??

@84SS931 Жыл бұрын

So the gauge wire you used for key power (86)doesn’t have to be as big 30 and 87 I’m little confused about that.

@AztecWarrior69 Жыл бұрын

1:38 Those fuse blocks are NOT meant for Car or land vehicles. Those are meant for marine craft. The reason it has the negative is because unlike a most land vehicles the chassis is not metal. Therefore it provides the circuits a "ground". Unlike most cars the cassis is metal and can be used to complete the circuit. It is very bad waste of wire having to come all the way back to the fuse block to make the circuit complete. 5:20 also those relays are not meant for this type of situation. What you need is a Continuous Duty Solenoid. It is all about the contacts inside. While the one you have now will handle it (due to oversize, overkill) the contacts inside are thin and can break down and cause issues from the current changing, everytime a circuit is turned on and off. A solenoid has a solid bar that goes across two posts/contacts. The lugs on a solenoid are much larger, meaning you can put heftier cable connectors on the wire. Both fuse blocks need to be seperated , each with their own main fuse. last that daisy chain is not a good thing. Over all though it looks clean and should be ok due to overkill. 17:41 Soldering lugs on is a bad idea. Heat over time will degrade the connection and so will the vibration. You should always crimp the lugs on. Ad solder after if you still want too.

@no2misstre 2 жыл бұрын

Can you please explain the relay wiring. I think one of the smaller wires is to ground and the other is to the fuse box

@NN13K0 9 ай бұрын

Yes. The black wire coming off the relay will be grounded, the other goes to whatever switch source you want to tap. Find a fuse on your vehicles fuse box that turns on when the key is in the ignition or turned on, insert just a single fuse tap into that, which connects to your relay. You will obviously need to insert a new fuse into that fuse tap, and it really isn't going to matter what amp fuse you use. It's only mission is to allow current to that relay. Just pop in a 10amp and call it good (while also inserting the fuse you pulled to insert the tap... Into the tap). The advantage here is that instead of adding a fuse tap for every accessory you add, you can just connect to your new switched fuse block. Simple, fast, safe, and clean.

@joshuawatters4274 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man great video, the main fuse block running from your battery cable... do you have a link to purchase that?

@Poweraddicts 3 жыл бұрын

Its in the top pinned comment. Thanks for checking out the vid.

@carloslozano3834 2 жыл бұрын

What size wire did you use?

@michael70h7 2 жыл бұрын

This is a dumb question- but how are the switches connected to the fuse bock? Are they piggybacked to the yellow wire?

@wrenched90405 Жыл бұрын

Cool video - have copied your approach for the most part - was fusions about the ground on the relay - any reason you didn’t share that ground with the common grounds of the fuse blocks? just thinking, one point of failure to correct if grounding issue….. thanks!

@Poweraddicts Жыл бұрын

Probably just did it out of habit. You could ground it the way you mentioned.

@robertbarrett3276 3 жыл бұрын

Great video what type & size battery are you using & is it holding up ??? Looking to use a marine starting battery in my truck listen to my radio on job site all day hoping it might not run down as fast as regular battery Thanks.

@bobbybarnes1652 2 жыл бұрын

If you're doing a dual battery setup, consider running an isolator instead of just wiring them in parallel. The isolator keeps the primary battery from being run down, but allows the aux battery to charge AFTER the primary is above a certain voltage. You wire all your accessories to the aux battery (or, ideally, to a fuse box that's connected to the aux battery with a relay that powers the fuse box either when you turn the key on OR when you turn a switch on).